The International Triathlon Union (ITU) is the governing body for the sport of triathlon, and each year it releases a calendar of events for the upcoming season. The ITU triathlon calendar for 2023 is shaping up to be an exciting one, with a mix of the World Cup, World Championship, and Continental Championship events.
One of the highlights of the ITU calendar is the World Triathlon Series (WTS). This series consists of eight events held in various locations around the world, and it is the premier level of ITU competition. The WTS events for 2023 are:
- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (March 4)
- Yokohama, Japan (May 14)
- Leeds, England (June 11)
- Montreal, Canada (July 2)
- Hamburg, Germany (August 6)
- Edmonton, Canada (August 20)
- Gold Coast, Australia (September 10)
- Lausanne, Switzerland (September 24)
In addition to the WTS, the ITU calendar also includes several other major events, such as the World Triathlon Championships and the Continental Championships. The World Triathlon Championships are held every two years and feature individual and team events for elite and age-group athletes. The 2023 World Triathlon Championships will be held in Budapest, Hungary from August 25-27.
The Continental Championships are regional events that serve as a qualifying event for the World Triathlon Championships and the Olympic Games. The Continental Championships for 2023 are:
- Africa Triathlon Championships: Cairo, Egypt (April 22)
- Asia Triathlon Championships: TBC
- Europe Triathlon Championships: Weert, Netherlands (June 18)
- Oceania Triathlon Championships: TBC
- Pan American Triathlon Championships: TBC
In addition to these major events, the ITU calendar also includes a number of World Cup events, which are one-day, international competitions that offer prize money and ranking points.
The World Cup events for 2023 are:
- Mooloolaba, Australia (March 18)
- New Plymouth, New Zealand (March 25)
- Chengdu, China (April 8)
- Miyazaki, Japan (April 15)
- Tongyeong, South Korea (April 22)
- Huatulco, Mexico (May 6)
- Salinas, Ecuador (May 13)
- Huatulco, Mexico (May 20)
- Tiszaujvaros, Hungary (June 3)
- Arzachena, Italy (June 10)
- Ishigaki, Japan (June 17)
- Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic (June 24)
- TBC (July 1)
- TBC (July 8)
- TBC (July 15)
- TBC (July 22)
As you can see, the ITU triathlon calendar for 2023 is packed with a variety of events for triathletes of all levels. From the prestigious World Triathlon Series to the regional Continental Championships and the international World Cup events, there is something for everyone. Whether you are an elite athlete looking to compete at the highest level or an age-group triathlete seeking new challenges, the ITU calendar has something for you. So start planning your season now and get ready to race!